Originally Posted by
Edie
You know, I watched the you tube on it and I thought "Golly, that is really expensive for two pieces of wood or plastic and the plastic 1/4" strip. I would really get both of them in a heart beat if they weren't so doggone expensive. I don't know if JoAnn carries them, but even at that $16.00 at 1/2 price is still quite a bit for a 14" piece of plastic (over $80.00 for the two of them). I am not cheap, but I am frugal and if I can find another way to do this like sandpaper or something like that I would be more apt to buy a piece of plastic at Menard's and use that! Besides, I make quilts for gifts and donations and I would think the designer and/or manufacturer would be a little more understanding that quilting is expensive enough without having to make a 400% profit on something. (My sister was a designer and was always told, "figure out what it costs to make it and add 400% percent. Sorry, but as much as I would like one, no, I won't spend that kind of money. Edie
I'm frugal too, but saw these demonstrated at a local quilt show and bought one. And I'm so glad I did! I make about 400 pillowcases a year to donate to children's hospitals, and have the longer ruler. After looking at the clear versus "lighted" I opted for the lighted one and am very pleased with it. It's great for all the WOF cutting. The ruler has springs with synthetic ball bearings spaced along the length of it, which ensures no fabric slipping. And it requires little pressure to use. Clearly a lot of thought went into the design, and it's incredibly effective. I can't imagine making one for the price that they charge, even if they are mass producing them. I know I've saved enough in increased cutting efficiency (speed) and accuracy (no more slipped rulers that cost me yardage $$ and frustration) to more than pay for it in the year that I've had it.